Stephanie Salas Killed in San Marcos Two-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 35

San Marcos, Texas (February 11, 2021) – Two people were killed Sunday night in a two-vehicle crash in San Marcos, according to police.

The fatal crash happened around 10:24 p.m., February 7, on southbound Interstate 35 near mile marker 208.

Police said a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee was traveling at a high rate of speed when it lost control and rear-ended a semi-truck pulling a trailer that was parked off the main lanes of the freeway near the Texas Department of Public Safety weight station.

The Jeep driver, Andrew Martindale, 20, of Texarkana, and the passenger, Stephanie Salas, 20, of Del Rio were killed in the crash.

The authorities are investigating the crash.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons of driver negligence include driver inattention; cell phone use; texting and driving; speeding; fatigue; failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive; running a red light; and driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” Attorney Joel A. Gordon said. Mr. Gordon believes that an independent investigation is important. An Attorney will help obtain the crash report, secure accident photos, interview witnesses, and create a claim.

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